2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1990 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
Model | BLS | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |